Paul's Tomb: A Triumph
Frog Eyes · 2010
49 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock
A sprawling, theatrical exploration of narrative and emotion set against a backdrop of experimental rock instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Flower in a Glove — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its sweeping melodies and intricate lyrical imagery, establishing the thematic depth that characterizes the entire record.
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The Sensitive Girls — With its punchy rhythm and vivid storytelling, this song reflects on vulnerability and societal expectations, encapsulating the album's exploration of complex emotions.
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Violent Psalms — This track combines haunting vocals with layered instrumentation, creating an atmosphere that resonates with the themes of conflict and introspection prevalent throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's unique sound and structure create an engaging yet challenging listen, showcasing Frog Eyes' distinct style.
What we noticed
- Vocals often alternate between spoken word and soaring melodies, creating a dynamic contrast within individual songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical narratives with dramatic flair
- patient storytelling through sprawling tracks
- dynamic shifts in emotional intensity
- immersive journeys that unfold gradually
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, short songs
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2010, Frog Eyes released Paul's Tomb: A Triumph as their fourth studio album, solidifying their unique sound after the critical acclaim of their previous work, Tears of the Valedictorian. At this point, the band was navigating a shift towards more ambitious storytelling and complex arrangements, gaining recognition within the alternative rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wolf Parade· The National· Godspeed You! Black Emperor
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Flower in a Glove 9:08
- 2 The Sensitive Girls 3:37
- 3 Odetta's War 6:22
- 4 Rebel Horns 4:22
- 5 Lear, in the Park 1:57
- 6 Styled by Dr. Roberts 7:26
- 7 Lear in Love 4:33
- 8 Violent Psalms 4:00
- 9 Paul's Tomb 8:01
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